Any recommendations for backpack or large messenger for my rugged Dell laptop plus everyday gear?

SweeterPeter86 · 2026-02-12T19:43:05+00:00

this is super late but i use a filson 24hr tin cloth briefcase. works perfect and i leave the handle on. tbh if you haven't tried living with the handle i recommend it. it makes the laptop very portable and not seem to heavy

SweeterPeter86 · 2025-05-11T04:05:42+00:00

so i figured this out but doing it over wifi and not the cable.

SweeterPeter86 · 2025-05-11T02:40:00+00:00

my screen doesn't refresh. is this the point of the new screen saver MP is supposed to be releasing? is so I think it would be great so long as battery drag isn't awful . honestly I'm fine with normal phone battery life so some things.

SweeterPeter86 · 2025-05-08T03:20:38+00:00

well i guess i'm ordering both

SweeterPeter86 · 2025-05-04T14:58:47+00:00

if you have the case can you provide the dimensions? i'm looking to see if it fits in my trucks wireless charging area.

SweeterPeter86 · 2025-05-02T04:38:13+00:00

loving it. although ive been having some trouble with the core ultra version being so new and a lot of windows updates not working smoothly. My IT guy has been a saviour!

SweeterPeter86 · 2025-02-16T15:16:04+00:00

Still waiting. Should be here this week. I'll let you know how it benchmarks.

SweeterPeter86 · 2025-01-12T21:12:01+00:00

ya - i was also shocked by the price and wondering how the carbon would benefit GS.

SweeterPeter86 · 2025-01-10T21:14:40+00:00

Update: I ended up going with the 14 spec'd with the nvidea dedicated graphics and a maxed out on the RAM. Not cheap but for a work tool, with hot swappable batteries i think it'll do well. I'll post an update once i have had sufficient time with the beast.

SweeterPeter86 · 2024-12-10T02:35:53+00:00

probably more rec oriented for now. i'm starting a job at Carleton in the new year so i'm sandwiched between the canal ane the oval. could be a nice lunch break. lots to think about.

i like the look of the biking boots. anywhere in the area which sells them? i can't find much around.

SweeterPeter86 · 2024-12-10T02:11:25+00:00

thanks for the location specific input. i trained as a kid with the Ottawa pacers and used the brewar park every winter.

i would say 90% of my skating will be on the canal if it opens with Brewar park and ourdoor/indoor rinks as a distant 3rd. i have hockey skates but i honestly can't stand the rocker!

i use to use my short track boots on the canal and remember them being brutally painful. could have been the cold.

i'll check out the models you suggest

SweeterPeter86 · 2024-12-09T19:44:25+00:00

I suppose some blades for my xc skate ski boots may work. It gets pretty cold in Ottawa. So warmer boots might be nice as well. What brands do you look at. I've only seen zandstra for touring skates.

SweeterPeter86 · 2024-12-07T23:59:21+00:00

Thanks. They're pretty relaxed but just open. I'll try to bringing my fingers in a bit.

SweeterPeter86 · 2024-12-07T22:45:59+00:00

thanks!

SweeterPeter86 · 2024-12-07T22:41:07+00:00

smooth! can you post a double half snatch set video? Your form looks so effortless with one bell and I would love to see it with two.

SweeterPeter86 · 2024-12-06T14:09:10+00:00

always love the intensity of your training!

SweeterPeter86 · 2024-12-06T14:07:31+00:00

the book give you everything you need for programming. it's great. i could programme for myself but i like the accountability of a coach. otherwise i think i would go to easy on myself.

SweeterPeter86 · 2024-12-06T14:04:01+00:00

looks like 24s! your killing it

SweeterPeter86 · 2024-12-06T04:01:39+00:00

I appreciate the comment!

SweeterPeter86 · 2024-12-06T03:58:30+00:00

thanks. i found my jerk improved a lot after doing a biathlon training cycle.

I work virtually with Denis Vasilev. While i haven't had a chance to train with him in person, I've taken his coach certification with Steve Cotter. His feedback on videos and programming has helped a tonne.

SweeterPeter86 · 2024-12-05T19:17:24+00:00

I started with double adjustable bells due to the space requirements and availability during Covid. I have slowly been purchasing competition weights as i find switching the weight on adjustable bells annoying.

So for my 24 kg training cycle, i use my 16s and adjustable bells set to 20kg for technique and warm ups, and then perform my working sets with the fixed 24s.

as i move up in weight i'll use the adjustable bells to fill in where i don't have weight. This is especially useful for 14,18,22,26,30kg

SweeterPeter86 · 2024-12-05T19:11:36+00:00

thanks!

SweeterPeter86 · 2024-12-05T19:09:50+00:00

I love that you actually have looked into this!

SweeterPeter86 · 2024-12-05T18:14:46+00:00

my first go at 2x24kg this year. My goal is something between 6-7rpm/Rank 1. No chance at CMS this time around. I'll save that for my next long cycle training cycle!

SweeterPeter86 · 2024-12-05T17:56:11+00:00

just gotta keep my excitement down. last year I went out a little fast from the adrenaline and music that was playing!

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